[Hiring] Senior Epidemiologist, Oncology @IQVIA

Role Description Join IQVIA’s Sponsor-Dedicated FSP team and help advance healthcare through real-world evidence. In this role, you’ll work closely with one sponsor, gaining deep knowledge of their therapies while leveraging IQVIA’s global expertise.

• Design and conduct epidemiological studies to generate real-world evidence within time, budget, and quality standards.
• Core functions include:
• Natural history of disease
• Population characterization
• Assessment of treatment patterns and unmet need
• Development of external comparators
• Benchmarking of clinical outcomes
• Comparative safety and effectiveness research
• Post-authorization studies
• Operate strategically under limited supervision with a deep understanding of current Epidemiology research methods.
• Understand how RWE fits within drug development, regulatory, medical, safety, and other functions.

Qualifications

• PhD in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Psychometrics, or related field with a minimum of four (4) years of relevant post-doctoral experience, preferably in pharmaceutical industry, biotechnology, or consulting environment.
• Master’s degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, bioinformatics, or relevant scientific field, plus 7-9 years of experience in lieu of PhD may be acceptable.
• Deep understanding of observational research methods and experience to support the design and conduct of observational research.
• Extensive knowledge of secondary data sources and experience with secondary data analysis.
• A record of scientific publications demonstrating expertise in observational study design, analysis, and interpretation is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to function with an increasing level of autonomy and to develop productive cross-functional collaborations in a matrix environment.
• Ability to manage priorities and performance targets.
• Experience in leading drug development project for 2+ years for therapeutic area of assignment preferred.

Requirements

• Lead development of study protocols, analysis plans, and study reports to answer research questions of priority to RWE.
• Lead, design, and manage epidemiological, biomarker and/or data science projects.
• Lead, plan, design, and conduct analyses for internal and external decision making.
• Lead the identification of fit-for-purpose data for the timely execution of the RWE strategy.
• Construct cohorts using RWD sources (e.g., claims, EHR) and evaluate key variables.
• Contribute to the communication of observational research results and methods.
• Support the effective communication of study/analysis results to support internal and external decisions.
• Coauthor abstracts and manuscripts for external dissemination of methodologic study results.
• Contribute to the development of processes and training aimed at increasing the efficiency, quality, and impact of functional activities.

Benefits

• Be part of a forward-thinking team that helps shape the next generation of evidence-based healthcare.
• Work hand-in-hand with one leading sponsor, gaining deep expertise in their therapies.
• Access IQVIA’s global network who supports your growth.
• This is your chance to make an impact, while building a career that matters.

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